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18 Reviews

Garage serving Newcastle, 35 years of experience

I have been in the trade for 30 years and have worked for myself for that time and built up my knowledge doing all types of repairs on all makes/models, as a business however we are not keen on injectors/fu...

26 Reviews

Garage serving Newcastle, 10 years of experience

Our mechanic has vast experience working in multiple franchised dealerships including Fiat and Renault. The past several years working in independent garages on vast makes and models.

4 Reviews

Garage in Billingham, 41 years of experience

Are you having trouble starting your van or car? The sooner you have it inspected and repaired, the better. Bring your car to our local garage, Towngate Testing Station for a thorough check-up and servicing....

44 Reviews

Garage in Redcar, 11 years of experience

I am originally a self taught mechanic from an engineering background and I repaired cars in my own time from 2004-2007, I realised I needed to have official qualifications so I attended Middlesbrough Colleg...

115 Reviews

Mobile mechanic in Skinningrove, 30 years of experience

.30 years experience in the industry carrying out repairs to most makes of vehicles to a high standard, using the experience gained & up-to-date equipment we now specialise in the diagnostics aspect of the c...

187 Reviews

Mobile mechanic in Lowestoft , 30 years of experience

I began my career in Chadwell Heath at a garage called High road Station which is where I completed my apprenticeship. I was with the business for around 6 years, I moved to Wallinghurst Garage in Billericay...

242 Reviews

Garage in Blandford, 20 years of experience

Mobile Mechanic with 20 years experience, all work completed to a high standard using manufacturer recognised parts. I’m in the military so split between the below locations, therefore able to complete work ...

97 Reviews

Garage in Newcastle, 11 years of experience

Main Dealerships leading on to my own workshop before I decided to take the business mobile in 2014. I enjoy what I do and I always work to a high standard to keep customers happy and returning with confidence.

7 Reviews

Mobile mechanic in Newcastle, 25 years of experience

20yrs working in independent garages on all makes and models, 5 years working Seat and MG dealer franchise's

15 Reviews

Garage in Newcastle, 15 years of experience

Has worked in multiple dealerships in the past, worked longest for a Vauxhall dealership.

16 Reviews

Mobile mechanic in Newcastle, 18 years of experience

I did my apprenticeship at Reg Vardys where I learned the trade and worked for 8 years. I later moved to another branch of Reg Vardys and worked as a fully qualified mechanic there for 3 years. I later moved...

8 Reviews

Mobile mechanic in Newcastle, 15 years of experience

I worked previously at a Citroen independent garage for 9 years and after that time I began my own business RJ Mobile Autos and have been going for around 5 years now. I have a range of services available fr...

212 Reviews

Garage serving Newcastle, 15 years of experience

I began my career with Citroen/Peugeot in Newcastle though the apprenticeship scheme and served my time there for 4 years. I moved to Prestige Cars in Gateshead for 18 months before gaining more experienc...

10 Reviews

Garage serving Newcastle, 25 years of experience

Ian and Trudi Wilson Opened Wilson's Auto Service Centre garage in Jarrow near Hebburn, Tyne & Wear, in July 2019. Our car delivery service, Wilson Car Delivery company also benefits from our ga...

103 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Newcastle, 15 years of experience

I've been in the trade for well over 15 years now and still get that great buzz from solving customers issues and seeing them happy again. Before I branched out on my own I worked with a company who had a co...

Frequently asked questions about glow plugs replacement & repairs in Newcastle

Read our answers to questions about glow plugs replacement costs, symptoms and more.

What does a glow plugs replacement in Newcastle involve?

  • The mechanic will pre-soak the glow plug threads with penetrating oil or similar and wait for it to take effect.
  • Mechanic will then ease the glow plugs undone and remove them one by one
  • New glow plugs will then be installed
  • Engine start up will be tested and error codes cleared down

What are the symptoms of bad glow plugs?

You may experience some of the following symptoms

  • Glow plug warning light flashing when the ignition is switched on
  • Engine management warning light (EML) lit
  • Struggling to start from cold
  • Excessive fuel consumption while the engine warms up

How long will a glow plugs replacement take in Newcastle?

On average, glow plugs replacement times can range from 1 to 2 hours with an average of just over 1 hours. The time that the job takes will depend on a number of factors, like your vehicle's make and model, year, as well as other factors. Select your car at the top of this page for information on job time and cost for your vehicle through ClickMechanic.

Is a faulty glow plug an MOT failure?

Yes, a faulty glow plug may result in an MOT failure - if the glow plug warning light on the dashboard goes off after a few seconds then it will normally pass the MOT (this is a sign the plugs have heated up correctly). If the warning light continues to flash or illuminate on the dashboard, it could result in an MOT failure as your vehicle may experience emissions issues.

How do you know if your glow plugs need changing?

Some tell-tale signs that your glow plugs may need changing include:

  • Engine misfiring
  • Rough idling
  • Decrease in fuel efficiency
  • Difficulty starting the car (especially in cold weather)
  • Dark or black-coloured exhaust smoke

Can Newcastle garages offer home collection and delivery for glow plugs replacement?

Yes, many garages in Newcastle are able to offer collection and delivery for a glow plugs replacement. With ClickMechanic collection & delivery is free if your vehicle is drivable. Once booked a mechanic will pick up the vehicle on the day and time of your choice, do the work, and return the vehicle at a time convenient to you. Simply enter your vehicle registration number and postcode to get an upfront price for a glow plugs replacement in Newcastle.

Can Newcastle mobile mechanics do glow plugs replacement at my home or office?

Yes, Newcastle mobile mechanics can do a glow plugs replacement at your home or office, provided there is a safe and sufficient space to conduct the repair or replacement. With ClickMechanic, once booked for a date and time of your choice, your booking will be offered to vetted mobile mechanics in your area.

How much does a glow plugs replacement cost in Newcastle?

The average cost of a glow plugs replacement in Newcastle varies between £133 and £195, depending on your car's make and model. Compare ClickMechanic's pricing to a franchise dealer's below. We consolidate industry standard data with millions of data points to give you the most accurate price.

These estimates may include Glow plug. We have quotes for the top 48 manufacturers.

Name ClickMechanic Click Mechanic average Franchise dealer estimate

Alfa Romeo

£140 £170 - £240 Get exact price

Audi

£134 £167 - £235 Get exact price

Bentley

£3,624 £4,403 - £4,403 Get exact price

BMW

£194 £253 - £363 Get exact price

Chevrolet

£150 £190 - £301 Get exact price

Chrysler

£164 £180 - £272 Get exact price

Citroen

£127 £173 - £253 Get exact price

Dacia

£131 £157 - £224 Get exact price

Daewoo

£104 £181 - £181 Get exact price

Daihatsu

£396 £487 - £518 Get exact price

Dodge

£177 £212 - £313 Get exact price

Ferrari

£1,625 £1,996 - £1,996 Get exact price

Fiat

£145 £175 - £278 Get exact price

Ford

£132 £176 - £269 Get exact price

Honda

£198 £243 - £303 Get exact price

Hyundai

£197 £247 - £337 Get exact price

Infiniti

£259 £363 - £363 Get exact price

Isuzu

£224 £226 - £394 Get exact price

Iveco

£157 £207 - £246 Get exact price

Jaguar

£129 £174 - £240 Get exact price

Jeep

£166 £217 - £284 Get exact price

Kia

£205 £263 - £342 Get exact price

Land Rover

£186 £216 - £371 Get exact price

LDV

£186 £265 - £279 Get exact price

Lexus

£183 £247 - £277 Get exact price

Maserati

£1,366 £1,707 - £1,707 Get exact price

Mazda

£169 £156 - £328 Get exact price

Mercedes-Benz

£151 £167 - £312 Get exact price

MG

£218 £213 - £542 Get exact price

MINI

£164 £166 - £311 Get exact price

Mitsubishi

£156 £205 - £281 Get exact price

Nissan

£132 £150 - £239 Get exact price

Peugeot

£138 £175 - £298 Get exact price

Peugeot Talbot

£100 £145 - £145 Get exact price

Porsche

£519 £207 - £1,110 Get exact price

Renault

£124 £144 - £229 Get exact price

Rover

£164 £172 - £440 Get exact price

Saab

£139 £180 - £229 Get exact price

SEAT

£131 £173 - £222 Get exact price

Skoda

£126 £153 - £221 Get exact price

Smart

£140 £173 - £256 Get exact price

Ssangyong

£153 £191 - £247 Get exact price

Subaru

£251 £261 - £433 Get exact price

Suzuki

£120 £171 - £212 Get exact price

Toyota

£169 £205 - £276 Get exact price

Vauxhall

£145 £180 - £253 Get exact price

Volkswagen

£126 £162 - £222 Get exact price

Volvo

£151 £163 - £320 Get exact price

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  • Microcar
  • Metrocab
  • Hummer
  • Reva
  • Asia
  • TVR
  • Morgan
  • Buick
  • Lamborghini
  • Pontiac
  • Carbodies
  • DS
  • Mitsubishi Fuso
  • Moskvich
  • Cadillac
  • Ford US
  • Aixam
  • Austin
  • Daimler
  • FSO
  • Maybach
  • Rolls-Royce
  • Santana
  • Tata
  • Great Wall
  • Piaggio
  • Perodua
  • Aston Martin
  • Lada
  • Lancia
  • Lotus
  • Proton
  • London Taxi's International

Estimates on repair costs, such as the above results for a glow plugs replacement, are created by combining data from multiple third-party sources. The actual cost of using your local repair providers may be outside of the estimated range. We provide estimates on repair costs for information only and accept no liability for any inaccuracies or errors. If you think an estimate is incorrect, please contact us to let us know.

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Recent Glow Plugs replacement quotes in Newcastle

These recent quotes were taken from our quote engine which uses third-party industry standard data on repair times, along with a live parts retailer, and a regional labour rate to build an accurate free quote. We are constantly improving our quote engine, so please let us know if a price seems incorrect.

£124.30

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Nissan Qashqai
Newcastle Upon Tyne
£144.29

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Vauxhall Corsa
Newcastle Upon Tyne
£138.56

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Renault Megane
Newcastle Upon Tyne
£151.84

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Nissan NV200
Newcastle Upon Tyne

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